10:55 and he still hasn’t texted me. I scratch my face looking at my cell screen while I walk down the stairs silently. By the door, I put on my blue vans, enter the security code and sneak out. It’s not really sneaking out because even if I bang the door my parents won’t hear. The only alert is the door alarm if it goes off as their bedrooms are to the other side of the house.
I text him.
I’m in front of the restaurant now and he has not responded yet so I text again. [Outside]
I get a reply immediately. [No need]
Staring at my screen, I am a bit confused. No need? As in he already had a ride back home? Or no need as in he’s working late? Overtime? No- why- gosh he already overworks as it is already. I cover my face with my hands- details. I need details in a message.
Was it Paul, th
